Covenant Capital, the enterprise and advisory arm of the Covenant Nation, has pledged to empower small business owners to bridge the gap between SMEs and diverse funding opportunities in its forthcoming SME Funding Conference 2025.

The conference scheduled for April 5, 2025, is aimed at equipping small business owners with the practical knowledge, tools, and connections needed to secure funding for growth and expansion.

It will also bring together SMEs, funding providers, business leaders, and financial experts to explore innovative funding solutions beyond traditional debt financing.

Head of Department, Covenant Capital, Obafemi Darabidan stated that the Funding Conference will create a platform for direct networking and collaboration between SMEs and funding providers, introduce alternative funding opportunities beyond bank loans, including grants, equity financing, impact investment, and crowdfunding and support the growth of SMEs within the community and beyond, fostering long-term sustainability.

Darabidan disclosed that the event will feature a keynote speech from a leading industry expert, panel discussions with funding specialists on SME financing solutions, 20+ Funding Exhibitors showcasing financial products, grants, and investment opportunities, networking and One-on-One Business advisory Sessions for SMEs to connect with funders.

Darabidan said SMEs are drivers of economic growth and should be empowered with access to capital.

He said: “At The Covenant Nation, we recognize the crucial role that SMEs play in driving economic growth and job creation. However, many small businesses struggle to access the right funding needed for expansion.

“The TCN SME Funding Conference 2025 is designed to bridge this gap by providing practical insights, alternative financing options, and direct networking opportunities with funding providers. Our goal is to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and resources they need to scale their businesses successfully.”

The event is designed to be an impact-driven experience, helping business owners navigate the complex funding landscape. SMEs, entrepreneurs, and business owners are encouraged to register early to gain insights into securing funding for business expansion.